In the year that I've now been squatting, there has never been a time where my squat was actually limited by how strong my legs are. The dealbreaker is always me folding over and I really don't know how to fix it.

I've tried different foot stances, keep my elbows under the bar and keep my back as tight as I can.

Any theories, tips or just random thoughts are greatly appreciated.

bigalfry

01-10-2014 06:11 PM

I'm in the same boat as you. I've been squatting for years but I've never really pushed my squat until the last 6 months. If I do manage to squat to parallel my back rounds, I bend forward, and the weight is on my toes. No matter how tight I keep my back, It's always a choice over staying upright, or hitting parallel I'm incapable of doing both.
I've been doing some extensive research (read: I googled it to death) and I'm convinced that in my case it's a hip mobility issue. I've got an appointment with a chiropractor/ART (active release technique) therapist on the 20th and I'm hoping that he can help me out.

5kgLifter

01-10-2014 06:18 PM

Are you using any sort of heel, Oly shoes, or just flat soled shoes when squatting?